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Jinka, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Jinka is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 54,400. Elevation: 4,692 ft (1,430 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 54,400 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,692 ft (1,430 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.6500°, 36.6500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jinka
Jinka is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 54,400. The city sits at an elevation of 4,692 feet (1,430 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Jinka
Jinka has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (29.5°C), the coldest is Jun (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.9°F |
| 31% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,692 ft (1,430 m) |
| Area | 8,343.9 sq mi (21,610.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.6500°N, 36.6500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Korath Range (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Korath Range | Tuff cone(s) | 912 m (2,992 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Mega Basalt Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in |
Jinka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 68°F in August to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (1.5").
Airports Near Jinka
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jinka Airport | BCO | Medium Airport |
| Baco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganada Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jinka
What is the population of Jinka?
Jinka has a population of 54,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 8,343.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jinka?
Jinka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.